“Even though I said I would guide you, there’s really nothing much to see.”

As she walked in front of me, Kaya smiled wryly.

“But it’s peaceful here, and there’s a lot of nature… I hope you’ll like it.”

“Ha ha. Thank you. I’m fine with it.”

Both Ray and I have spent our lives in the imperial capital, so they’re probably worried about whether living in Rastal Village will suit me…

In reality, the village is really quiet.

While people constantly pass by in the imperial capital day and night, right now, we haven’t crossed paths with anyone.

Are people all staying inside, or is it just that the population is small? Probably both. It’s a refreshing sight for me, someone from the imperial capital.

Though it’s small-scale, the village seems to have several facilities.

• Adventurer’s Guild
• A school for children
• Other shops

However, it’s probably best to check them out tomorrow.

It’s not wise to make noise in a village that’s already quiet. It could affect my future life in this village (which is planned).

Also, honestly, I’m a little sleepy.

A lot happened today, so it can’t be helped.

When I suggested this, Kaya, looking a bit disappointed, said, “Understood.”

“If possible, I wanted you to teach me swordsmanship, Arios, but… it can’t be helped today.”

“Huh? Swordsmanship?”

What is she talking about?

There’s nothing I could teach an A-Rank adventurer.

“Yes. Your skills earlier were impressive. The Phoenix Sword… was it called?”

“No, no. Compared to Father, that’s nothing.”

By the way, my father, Leon Macba, is an S-rank adventurer.

He’s said to have strength on par with the few S-rank adventurers in the world.

“Oh my, Kaya, that’s not right. Today, it’s my turn to get some lessons♪”

Suddenly interrupting the conversation was Ray, who was holding my arm.

“No, no, what are you—”

Ray can’t use a sword, can she?

What kind of lessons would that be?

“Seriously, I’m glad there’s no one else around. You should know your place a little.”

Kaya seemed exasperated.

“Well, putting that aside, Arios, I’ve heard about you.”

Her expression became serious.

“I’ve heard you must have gone through a lot.”

“…So you knew?”

The day when I was told by the priest about my 《Cursed Skill》…

It’s been about a week since then, and the speed of the rumors is astonishing. Well, she’s an A-rank adventurer, so she’s probably in a position to hear such news easily.

“I imagine you must feel bad about not succeeding the title of ‘Sword Saint’… but after seeing your battle earlier, I realized. Arios, you are the swordsman needed in this new era.”

“Eh…?”

“So, please don’t worry about it too much. You’re already wonderful just as you are now, Arios.”

Ha ha.

How should I put this…?

It’s like she’s overestimating me way too much…

Yeah. But it still made me happy.

I honestly thought I didn’t even deserve to live.

I really thought that.

“Yeah! I think so too!!”

Ray raised her hand to agree.

“Compared to that Dudley guy, Arios is way more impressive. I bet Leon’s probably having a hard time with him right now!”

“Is that so…?”

Come to think of it, I heard his personality was awful.

But—my father chose that former orphan.

He chose that man, who has the skill of the 《Silver Sword Saint》, over his own son.

I don’t plan to go back now.

“…Well then, sorry for the long conversation. Let’s call it a day.”

Kaya broke the long silence.

“So, where will you be staying today? Ray’s mother’s family home?”

“Yeah, that sounds good.”

“I understand… But Arios, don’t get involved with him. Know your place, alright?”

“Huh? What are you talking about?”

Ray was completely oblivious.

“What are you two even talking about…?”

I could only sigh at the two of them.